The Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NRA) has partnered the National Communications Authority (NCA) to regulate and monitor radiation emissions from telecommunication masts across Ghana, in a joint effort to safeguard public health and ensure compliance within the telecom sector.
The collaboration was announced by Professor Emmanuel Ampomah-Amoako, Director of Nuclear Installations at the NRA, during a training workshop for selected journalists held in Accra on August 27, 2025.
“Currently, the NRA is working with the NCA to regulate the telcos, and it’s work ongoing,” Professor Ampomah-Amoako stated, noting that the partnership is focused not only on emissions but also the broader operations of telecom companies.
The Nuclear Regulatory Authority, which is now setup to take the responsibility of the former Radiation Protection Board, is expanding its oversight to include infrastructure in the telecommunications sector particularly mobile phone masts, which are often a public concern due to potential radiation risks.
The NCA, which traditionally handles licensing and operational compliance in the telecom industry, will support this regulatory effort by authorizing telecom operations in line with both technical and safety standards.
Professor Ampomah-Amoako emphasized that the initiative is not just about enforcing regulations but also ensuring that telecom companies function safely and within approved emission limits.
“It’s not really about the regulation alone, but also about the functioning of the telcos, which the NCA provides the final authorization,” he added.
The joint oversight is intended to protect public health and safety by ensuring radiation levels from telecom infrastructure remain within internationally accepted safety limits.
The move is expected to enhance public confidence in both telecom services and national regulatory bodies, especially amid growing concerns over increasing infrastructure in residential areas.
By Coffie Mawuedem Noel
